Social Worker - Assessment and Child Protection

Tripod Partners; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Assessment & Child Protection Social Worker to join their supportive team. You will be responsible for ensuring children receive the appropriate assessments and protection throughout their journey. The role includes operating on a structured hybrid working pattern and offers significant benefits, including a £100 weekly travel allowance. Successful candidates must have a Social Work Degree and active registration with Social Work England.

Benefits

£100 weekly allowance for travel and accommodation

Qualifications

• Active registration with Social Work England is mandatory.
• Significant post-qualifying experience in Assessment and Child Protection is required.
• A full driving license and access to a vehicle is necessary.

Responsibilities

• You will play a crucial role in the initial stages of intervention.
• Ensure smooth transitions for children between services.
• Determine the best route for the child following assessments.

Skills

Assessment skills

Child protection expertise

Communication skills

Education

Social Work Degree or equivalent

Job description

Assessment & Child Protection Social Worker

Swindon Borough Council

Up to £40 per hour

Swindon Borough Council is seeking Qualified, Experienced, and Advanced Social Workers to join our busy and supportive Assessment and Child Protection Team. We are looking for practitioners dedicated to making a tangible difference at the front door of our service, ensuring children receive the right support at the right time.

The Role

In this dynamic environment, you will play a crucial role in the initial stages of intervention.

• Duty Cycle:Operating on a 5-week duty cycle, you will be on duty once every five weeks.
• Caseload:During your duty week, you will be allocated a caseload of children requiring statutory assessment or child protection investigation. These assessments are critical in informing the development of the child's care plan.
• Pathways & Planning:Following assessment, you will determine the best route for the child. This may include on-going support from within community resources, our Family Intervention and Support Service (FISS), or implementing a Child in Need or Child Protection Plan.
• Transitions:A key focus of this role is ensuring smooth transitions for all children as they move between services or step down to early help.

Working Pattern

We offer a structured hybrid model to balance team support with flexibility:

• Duty Week:You are expected to be in the office 5 days a week.
• Off-Duty Weeks:You are expected to be in the office 2-3 days a week.

Benefits

• £100 Weekly Allowance:We have confirmed that the £100 weekly travel and accommodation expense payment will remain in place for all agency placements until March 2026.

Requirements

• Qualification:Social Work Degree or equivalent (CQSW, DipSW, CSS).
• Registration:Active registration with Social Work England.
• Experience:Significant post-qualifying experience in Assessment and Child Protection.
• Transport:A full driving license and access to a vehicle.